Simmered Gomoku (Five-Ingredient) "Kinchaku" Pouches Stuffed with Tofu and Ground Chicken

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   Stuff the aburaage pouches with the mixture from Step 3 (this step is easier if you divide the mixture into 8 equal portions inside the bowl first).

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   Once they are stuffed, secure the tops with a toothpick.

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   Finely mince the carrot and shiitake.

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   Thaw the edamame and remove the thin outer skins; if this is too troublesome, just remove them from their pods and skip this step.

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   Combine the drained tofu, ground meat, hijiki, and vegetables.

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   Add a pinch of salt while mixing.

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   Stuff the aburaage pouches with the mixture from Step 3.

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   (This step is easier if you divide the mixture into 8 equal portions inside the bowl first.)

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   Once they are stuffed, secure the tops with a toothpick.

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    Heat the ingredients in a sauce pan on medium-high heat.

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    When it starts to boil, arrange the pouches inside the pan.

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    Reduce to low-medium heat, cover with a lid, and simmer for 15 minutes.

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    Midway through simmering, flip them over.

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    It's also good to ladle the sauce over them.

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    Remove from heat, then let sit for about 10 minutes with the lid on to allow the flavors to absorb Yum.

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    I received a comment from another user who said these are also tasty added to oden.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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